Traces of cyberattacks often lead to Russia

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Germany is facing the highest level of ransomware pressure in Europe, according to a cybersecurity expert from the Hasso Plattner Institute. The piece links many attacks to Russia and highlights the low risk of prosecution there for cybercriminals. It also notes that healthcare, public administration, and critical infrastructure remain especially exposed because attackers can steal both business and sensitive personal data. New regulatory efforts such as NIS2 and the KRITIS framework aim to improve protection for hospitals and emergency services. The article frames ransomware as a growing operational and financial threat for organizations across Germany.

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